Comparing the second generation Nexus 7 to the first, the latest device is thinner, narrower, and taller than its beefier predecessor, and lacks texture on the rear panel.

Other changes include the addition of a rear-facing camera, and an upgrade to stereo sound. There are now two speakers (DN17128L000) at the base, and one up top.

Under the hood there is a huge battery (3.8 V, 15 Wh, and 3950 mAh) along with an inductive charging coil, used for wireless charging. Despite the 4326 mAh battery of the original Nexus 7, this new generation boasts an extra hour of battery life.